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‘And Then There Were None’
Back Alley Productions opens Agatha Christie’s classic whodunit “And Then There Were None” for six performances beginning Friday, July 12.
As the murder mystery opens, eight people, all strangers to each other, have been invited to Indian Island, off the English coast.
Vera Claythorne, a former governess, thinks she has been hired as a secretary; Philip Lombard, an adventurer, and William Blore, an ex-detective, think they have been hired to look out for trouble over the weekend.
Dr. Armstrong thinks he has been hired to look after the wife of the island’s owner. Emily Brent, Gen. MacArthur, Tony Marston and Judge Wargrave think they are going to visit old friends.
When they arrive on the island, the guests are greeted by Mr. and Mrs. Rogers, the butler and housekeeper, who report that the host, someone they call Mr. Owen, will
THEATER
BACK ALLEY PRODUCTIONS — Mars Theatre, 117 N. Chattanooga St., LaFayette, Ga. 706-621-2870, www.bapshows.com. “And Then There Were None,” 8 p.m. July 12-13, 3 p.m. 8 p.m. July 1920,
3 p.m. $13-$16. not arrive until the next day.
That evening, as all the guests gather in the drawing room after an excellent dinner, they hear a recorded voice accusing each of them of a specific murder committed in the past and never uncovered.
As the guests begin to be systematically murdered, the ones remaining are left to discover if the murderer is the mysterious Mr. Owen or someone among them.
“I have always enjoyed a good mystery, and it is a joy to bring such a classic to the stage with this level of talent and commitment,” says director Keegan Westra. “In Highway. 423-697-3246, www.chattanoogastate.edu/ humanities-fine-arts/theatre-arts. Youth Shakespeare Festival. All shows last about 90 minutes. Free admission.
› Friday, July 12: “Comedy of Errors,” 7 p.m.
› Saturday, July 13: “Twelfth Night,” 2 p.m.; “King Lear,” 7 p.m. ‘And Then There Were None,’ we see strangers, all with a secret and a mystery murderer out to kill them one by one. The problem is they don’t know who the killer is.”
“We are excited to bring the audience this thought-provoking thriller with a touch of comedy,” Westra adds. “Whether you are a longtime fan of Agatha Christie or new to the murder-mystery genre, you are sure to be captivated from the second you step foot on the secluded island to the second you depart,” Westra says.
For more information: 706-6212870 or visit www.BAPshows.com. www.theatrecentre. com. “Little Shop of Horrors,” 8 p.m. July 12-13, 2:30 p.m. July 14, 7 p.m. July 18 (with live captioning), 8 p.m. July 19-20, 2:30 p.m. July 21, 7 p.m. July 25, 8 p.m. July 26-27, 2:30 p.m. July 28, 7 p.m. Aug. 1, 8 p.m. Aug. 2-3, 2:30 p.m. Aug. 4. $12-$30 opening night, $11-$25 all other shows. Ringgold, Ga. 706-935-9000, www.colonnadecenter.org. “Man of LaMancha,” the story of Don Quixote, 7:30 p.m. July 19-20, 2:30 p.m. July 21, 7:30 p.m. July 26-27, 2:30 p.m. July 28. $13-$17.
CUMBERLAND COUNTY PLAYHOUSE — 221 Tennessee Ave., Crossville, Tenn. 931-4845000, www.ccplayhouse.com. › “Red, White and Tuna,”
through Aug. 8. $16-$30. › “Matilda: The Musical,”
through Aug. 18.
› “Junie B. Jones: The Musical,”
through Aug. 10.
› “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, July 19-Sept. 5.
DALTON LITTLE THEATRE — 210 N. Pentz St., Dalton, Ga. 706-226-6618, dlt@optilink. us, www.daltonlittletheatre.
com. “The Gnome King Takes a Bride,” 7 p.m. July 18-19, 2 and 7 p.m. July 20, 2 p.m. July 21, 7 p.m. July 25-26, 2 and 7 p.m. July 27, 2 p.m. July 28. $10-$15.
EAST BRAINERD COMMUNITY THEATER — Christ United Methodist Church, 8645 East Brainerd Road. 423-8021331, www.christchurchchatt. org. “The Pirates of Penzance,” 7:30 p.m. July 11-13, 2:30 p.m.
July 14. $15. Bring a canned food items for the Chattanooga Area Food Bank and receive a free small popcorn or drink; cash donations also accepted.
SIGNAL MOUNTAIN PLAYHOUSE — 1104 James Blvd., Signal Mountain. 423-8865243, www.smph.org. “Annie,” 8 p.m. July 12-13, 19-20, 26-27; box office opens at 6 p.m. for placement of lawn chairs. $15 ages 13 and older, $5 ages 12 and younger; cash or check only.
WALKER THEATRE — Memorial Auditorium, 399 McCallie Ave. 423-757-5580, www.tivolichattanooga.com.“Welcome to Night Vale: “A Spy in the Desert,” radio-style live show from the hit podcast, 8 p.m. Thursday, July 11; doors open at 7 p.m. $30 and $40.
FILM EVENTS
BOBBY STONE FILM SERIES — Tivoli Theatre, 709 Broad St. 423-757-5580, www.tivolichattanooga.com. Doors open one hour before showtime. $12 adults, $10 students/seniors unless stated otherwise.
› Saturday, July 13: “Rocketman,” about Elton John’s breakthrough years, 3 and 7 p.m. $10-$12.
› Saturday, July 20: “Jaws,” 3 and 7 p.m. $10-$12. MOVIES IN THE PARK —
Coolidge Park, 200 River
St. Free family-friendly film screenings and other activities presented by First Things First, 9-11 p.m. Picnic baskets, blankets, strollers, lawn chairs welcome. Concessions available. Children under age 18 must be accompanied by a parent after 6 p.m. in the park. 423-2675383, www.firstthings.org.
› Saturday, July 13: “Incredibles 2.”
› Saturday, July 20: “How To Train Your Dragon 3.”
› Saturday, July 27:
“Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.”
EXHIBITS & EVENTS
ARTISAN DEPOT GALLERY — 204 E. Cumberland St., Cowan, Tenn. Operated by Franklin County Arts Guild. 931308-4130, www.franklincoarts. org.
› Member show by Eva Malaspino, through July 21.
› Community show, “Hidden Things,” through Aug. 11.
› Student show, Healing Arts Program, July 11-31. ARTSBUILD — 301 E. 11th St., Suite 301. 423-777-4214, www. artsbuild.com. Deadline for applications, with letter of recommendation, for 2019 Holmberg Arts Leadership Institute, eight-part series designed to fully engage participants in the arts community, is Aug. 16. Classes meet Tuesday mornings in September and October, plus one all-day trip to Nashville. $300 tuition; limited scholarships available. https://artsbuild.gosmart.org.
ATHENS ARTS CENTER — 320 N. White St., Athens, Tenn. 423-745-8781, www. athensartscouncil.org. “The Magic of Watercolor,” by Knoxville and Chattanooga chapter members of Tennessee Watercolor Society, through Aug. 23. Panel discussion with Chattanooga member artists Helen Burton and Marie Spaeder Hass and Knoxville member artists Judy Lavoie and Spencer Hudson, 5 p.m.
Friday, July 19, followed by reception 5:30-7 p.m.
AVA GALLERY — Association for Visual Arts, 30 Frazier Ave. 423-265-4282, www.avarts. org. Two exhibits celebrating individuality and community,
through Aug. 2 Main exhibition: “You. Me. Us.,” represents cultural, religious and ethnic diversities within the city. In Landis Education Gallery: “Free Like a Child” by Splash youth art participants taught by artist Charlie Newton.
BESSIE SMITH CULTURAL CENTER — 200 E. M.L. King Blvd. 423-266-8658, www. bessiesmithcc.org. Community Day, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday, July 19. Music, food and kids’ activities. Free admission.
BRAXTON MILL ARTISANS — 8717 Hixson Pike, Hixson. 423-596-9217, chockert@ comcast.net. Ongoing sale of donated artwork by artists to benefit Nickels for Nepal.
CHATTANOOGA PUBLIC LIBRARY — 1001 Broad St. 423643-7700, www.chattlibrary. org. Silk and Shades classes for children (6 and older) and adults led by silk painting artist Claire Vassort for upcoming installation. Classes have filled, but check chattlibrary.org/ events for any cancellations. Remaining classes: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, July 13 (with Spanish translation), 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, July 20. THE CHATTERY — Chattanooga WorkSpace, 302 W. Sixth St., unless otherwise noted. 423-413-8978. Register (and see classes not listed here) at www.thechattery.org. › Thursdays, July 11 and July 18: Fearless Abstract: Abstract Painting for All, 6:308 p.m. $45 includes all supplies to make a take-home 12- by 12-inch work. Must attend both classes to finish piece.
› Tuesday, July 16: Self-Publishing 101, for business or personal projects, 6-7 p.m. $15.
CREATIVE ARTS GUILD —
520 W. Waugh St., Dalton, Ga. 706-278-0168, www. creativeartsguild.org. Gallery opening and artist reception, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 12.
Features solo show by Chris Beck and 2-D work by Chattanooga’s Mixed Media Inspired Artists.
ERLANGER GALLERY CORRIDOR — 975 E. Third St. www. erlanger.org/artsaterlanger. “Birds, Bees and Butterflies,”
through Aug. 21. GALLERY AT BLACKWELL — Blackwell Automotive, 71 Eastgate Loop. 423-344-5643, www.chattanoogaphoto.org. Photographic Society of Chattanooga show, “Springtime in Chattanooga,” through Oct. 4.
HART GALLERY — 110 E. Main St. 423-521-4707, www. hartgallerytn.com. Grief and Loss Art Expression Group, 9-11 a.m. each Thursday. $15 per session, due at arrival. Reservations required at least 24 hours in advance at www. EventBrite.com.
HUNTER MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART — 10 Bluff View. Admission: $15 ages 18 and older. 423-267-0968, www. huntermuseum.org.
› Richard Hunt: Graceful Fluidity,” through Aug. 11.
› Paint Like an Impressionist: Still Life class, inspired by Glackens/Renoir exhibition and led by local artists, 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, July 18. Includes tour for inspiration. Wine served so class is for ages 21 and older. $25 general admission, $20 Hunter members. Register online.
› Special exhibition, “William J. Glackens and Pierre-Auguste Renoir: Affinities and Distinctions,” through Sept. 22. IN-TOWN GALLERY — 26A Frazier Ave. 423-2679214, www.intowngallery. com. “All That Blooms and Grows,” by potter Laurie Graham and painter Julie Turner, through July 30. REFLECTIONS GALLERY — 1635 Rossville Ave. 423892-3072. “Faces” by Miki
Boni, through August. RIVER GALLERY — 400 E. Second St. 423-265-5033, ext. 5; www.river-gallery. com. Works by Helen Gotlib, Mary Lynn Portera and Dylan Strzynski, through Aug. 31. RISING FAWN GARDENS — 521 Cureton Mill Road, Rising Fawn, Ga. 778-372-9545, risingfawngardens.com. Introductory Flint Knapping workshop, the history, art and science of fashioning tools and weapons out of natural materials, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
July 20. Wear long pants and closed-toe shoes; bring leather gloves and eye protection, plus refillable water bottle and sack lunch. Registration required.
TOWNSEND ATELIER —
The Arts Building, 301 E.
11th St. 423-266-2712, www. townsendatelier.com. Portrait Sculpture demonstration with live model by artist Maria Willison, 6-9 p.m.
19. Free.
UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH — University Archives and Special Collections, Sewanee, Tenn. www.sewanee.edu. “Sewanee’s Historic Houses,”
through July 31.